No snow at this Christmas

Heat doesn't deter Thursday's turnout

2:20 AM,
Jul. 19, 2013

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Written by

Kurt Moore
The Marion Star

Hot weather didn't dampen the enthusiasm of organizers or put a dent in the numbers when the Church of God in Christ hosted its 13th annual Christmas in July event Thursday at Fairpark apartments.

The annual giveaway, organized by the Ohio Southern Jurisdiction of the Church of God in Christ, drew about 120 families to receive school supplies, food and toys.

The event is part of a greater initiative that starts in Cleveland and works its way down to Cincinnati before returning to Cleveland to wrap up Saturday. It is drawing attention outside of Ohio as its founder gets offers to help launch ...